The DuPage County law firm of Momkus McCluskey, LLC is proud to announce the promotion of Attorney Michelle Dahlquist to partner. Dahlquist has worked with Momkus McCluskey, LLC since 2013.

"Michelle is an excellent family law attorney and Momkus McCluskey, LLC welcomes her into the partnership," says Founding Partner Jim McCluskey.

Lisle family law attorney Michelle Dahlquist obtained her B.S. from Illinois State University and obtained her J.D. from Chicago Kent College of Law. She concentrates her family law practice in divorce, pre-judgment and post-judgment matters, premarital agreements, paternity and appeals.

Dahlquist also has extensive experience handling cases involving child custody and visitation, property distribution, child support, spousal maintenance, and other diverse family law litigation issues. She is a Certified Guardian ad Litem for the Circuit Court of the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit in DuPage County.

Dahlquist is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), in which she serves on the Executive Committee’s Young Lawyer Division. She is a member of the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA), where she fulfilled the duties of Chair and Vice Chair of the Continuing Legal Education Committee and Membership Committee. She also served as Secretary of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers (DAWL) from 2011-2013.

Dahlquist was the recipient of the DCBA Pro Bono Service Award in 2011, and the DCBA Board of Directors Award in 2013. She is a “Top Rated Divorce Attorney” on Avvo.com, and she received the “2014 Avvo Client’s Choice Award.”

About Momkus McCluskey, LLC:

Momkus McCluskey, LLC is a full service Illinois law firm that provides high-quality legal services across a wide-range of practice areas including: family law, business law, healthcare law, commercial and civil litigation, insurance litigation, appellate practice, and estate planning. The attorneys at Momkus McCluskey, LLC have been recognized by numerous respected legal organizations including: Super Lawyers, Avvo.com, Martindale-Hubbell, The Leading Lawyers Network, the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel, and the DuPage County Bar Association.

The veteran Illinois attorneys represent individuals and large and small businesses throughout the Chicagoland area. The experienced attorneys work from two convenient office locations in Lisle and Downtown Chicago. Call (630) 434-0400 or fill out the online contact form to schedule an initial consultation today.

The 18th Judicial Circuit Court is accepting applications for the position of Staff Attorney. The term of employment for this position is two years. The duties include researching issues or questions confronting the court and presenting oral reports and/or written memorandums of law. In conjunction with these duties, the staff attorney will be expected to interpret statues, monitor new case law and legislation, assist in formulating and drafting administrative orders and local court rules, and assist in administrative functions of the court.

Minimum qualifications include a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and admittance to practice law in Illinois.

Andrew Cores Family Law Group is proud to announce that Managing Partner, Andrew P. Cores and Partner, Wendy M. Musielak were admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. The ceremony was held on Monday, June 8, 2015 in Washington, D.C. at the Supreme Court courtroom.

Cores and Musielak were part of a group of Illinois lawyers organized by the Illinois State Bar Association. The Honorable John G. Roberts, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, granted the motion.

“Being sworn in to practice before the United States Supreme Court was an amazing experience. Walking into the courtroom, seeing all nine justices and standing before them to be admitted to such a prestigious group is a great honor,” says Cores.

Wheaton divorce lawyer Andrew P. Cores obtained his B.A. from John Carroll University in Cleveland and obtained his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law. Cores focuses his family law practice in divorce, spousal maintenance, child support, child custody and visitation, prenuptial agreements, mediation, collaborative law, and complex litigation.

Cores has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer since 2012 and he is a Top Rated Divorce Attorney on Avvo.com based on client reviews and peer endorsements. He is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the DuPage County Bar Association, the Kane County Bar Association and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. He is a Fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois where he served as a past member of the TEC Committee.

Wheaton family law attorney Wendy M. Musielak graduated with highest honors from DePaul University College of Commerce with her B.S. in Finance and Management and she obtained her J.D. from DePaul University College of Law. Musielak concentrates her legal practice on family law matters including: divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, prenuptial agreements, mediation, collaborative law, litigation and appeals, and complex litigation.

In 2013, the DuPage County Bar Association named Musielak “Lawyer of the Year” for her superior commitment to the legal community. She has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star since 2014 and is a Top Rated Divorce Attorney on Avvo.com. Musielak is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the DuPage County Bar Association, where she serves as a Director on the Board, the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers, the Kane County Bar Association and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She is a fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois.

About Andrew Cores Family Law Group:

Andrew Cores Family Law Group is a Division of Esp Kreuzer Cores LLP. With law offices conveniently located in Wheaton, Oswego and Chicago, the Illinois family law firm successfully represents clients in DuPage County, Cook County, Kane County and Kendall County. If you are seeking qualified and aggressive representation for an Illinois family law matter contact Andrew Cores Family Law Group today. Call (630) 871-1002 or fill out the online contact form to set-up an appointment with an experienced DuPage County divorce lawyer.

“I am honored to be able to serve alongside such a great group of individuals. I look forward to helping contribute to this wonderful organization and those in need within the Naperville community,” says McCluskey.

Lisle, IL (PRWEB)July 17, 2015

The DuPage County law firm of Momkus McCluskey, LLC, located in Lisle, Illinois, is pleased to announce that Founding Partner James F. McCluskey has joined the Naperville CARES Board of Directors.

Naperville CARES is an organization that helps local families and community members in financial distress by providing essential emergency financial support and resources. The organization assists local community residents with fundamental needs such as paying rent and utilities and repairing vehicles to ensure safe and reliable transportation for those commuting to work. Naperville CARES is involved with numerous community fundraising events around the county to help raise funds to support their mission.

“I am honored to be able to serve alongside such a great group of individuals. I look forward to helping contribute to this wonderful organization and those in need within the Naperville community,” says McCluskey.

James F. McCluskey is a founding partner of Momkus McCluskey, LLC located in Lisle, Illinois. He concentrates his legal practice in the trial of commercial cases. McCluskey obtained his J.D. from Northern Illinois University College of Law and obtained a Master of Laws from The John Marshall Law School. He graduated from Elmhurst College with a B.S. in Accounting.

McCluskey’s success within the courtroom and his contribution to the legal community has been recognized by numerous respected organizations. He was named a 2015 Illinois Super Lawyer, his sixth recognition since 2006, and he has been rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for the past 10 years. McCluskey received the 2005 “Ralph Gabric Award” for Distinguished Leadership and Professionalism from the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA) and in 2008 he was named DCBA “Lawyer of the Year” for his distinguished leadership and commendable service.

McCluskey serves as Third Vice President of the Illinois State Bar Association and he is a member of the American Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, Kane County Bar Association, West Suburban Bar Association, and the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association.

About Momkus McCluskey, LLC:

Momkus McCluskey, LLC is a full-service law firm located in Lisle, Illinois. The law firm represents clients with legal matters pertaining to: business law, commercial and civil litigation, insurance litigation, healthcare law, appellate practice, estate planning and family law.

The veteran DuPage County attorneys provide high-quality legal counsel to individuals and businesses throughout Chicagoland from two convenient office locations in Lisle and Downtown Chicago. If you are seeking knowledgeable and effective legal representation contact the attorneys at Momkus McCluskey, LLC today. Call (630) 434-0400 or visit the firm's website to schedule an initial consultation.

DuPage County bankruptcy attorney Kent A. Gaertner has received a rating of AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings. As recognized by his peers, this significant rating accomplishment places Gaertner in the highest level of professional legal excellence.

Wheaton bankruptcy attorney Kent A. Gaertner serves as Of Counsel for the law firm of Springer Brown, LLC and he is the Managing Partner of Kent A. Gaertner P.C.. He obtained his J.D. from Nova Southeastern University Law School and obtained his B.A. from Carthage College. Gaertner holds over 30 years of experience in the practice of bankruptcy law. He is knowledgeable in all areas of bankruptcy litigation and has represented consumers, businesses, debtors and creditors.

In May, Gaertner was elected to the Board of Governors for the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA). He is also an elected Delegate to the ISBA Assembly from DuPage County. He is a Past President of the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA) and the DuPage County Bar Foundation (DCBF). He is a regular contributor to the DCBA Brief Magazine with articles on Bankruptcy law and has presented at numerous continuing legal education seminars for the ISBA and Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education.

Gaertner is also an active member of the DuPage Justinian Society of Lawyers, DuPage Inns of Court, the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association, the Kane County Bar Association and The Florida Bar.

AboutKent A. Gaertner P.C.:

The law firm of Kent A. Gaertner P.C. is committed to helping both consumers and businesses find debt relief and financial security. The firm works with clients located in DuPage, Cook, Kane, Kendall and Will Counties. Contact an experienced Wheaton bankruptcy attorney today for a free initial consultation at (630) 510-0000.

]]>Tue, 14 Jul 2015 15:20:02 GMTDuPage County Family Law Firm Relocates Law Office to Napervillehttp://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=241309
http://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=241309DuPage County Family Law Firm Relocates Law Office to Naperville

DuPage family law firm Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. relocates their main law office to Naperville, IL.

Naperville Family Law Firm Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C.

Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. is pleased to announce the opening of their new law office. The firm has relocated their main office to 1250 E. Diehl Road, Suite 400, Naperville, IL 60563.

Naperville, IL (PRWEB)July 13, 2015

The DuPage County family law firm of Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. is pleased to announce the opening of their new law office. The firm has relocated their main office to 1250 E. Diehl Road, Suite 400, Naperville, IL 60563.

“We are thrilled to move to Naperville. The new, much larger office allows us to provide an excellent working environment for our attorneys and staff, and better serve our clients in DuPage and the surrounding counties,” says Partner Joseph Emmerth.

The Naperville law office is conveniently located just south of the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway (I-88) and just west of Naperville Road. From its new location, the DuPage County family law firm will continue to successfully represent clients with a wide-range of legal matters including: divorce, high-net worth divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, adoption, paternity, mediation and collaborative law.

The dedicated attorneys at Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. bring a unique and valuable perspective to each case, as the team includes former public defenders, teachers, child advocates, state's attorneys and therapists. The firm also, when necessary, retains the professional services of counselors, business evaluators, forensic accountants, financial advisors and psychiatrists to help ensure their clients receive the most aggressive and comprehensive legal counsel.

The attorneys at Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. have been recognized within the legal community by numerous respected professional organizations including: Avvo.com, Super Lawyers, The Leading Lawyers Network, the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys, the American Academy of Assistive Reproductive Technology Attorneys and the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

About Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C.:

Since 1994, the Naperville family law firm of Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. has provided quality legal services to clients throughout Chicago’s western suburbs. The attorneys at Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. evaluate each case with a team approach to effectively and efficiently resolve complicated family law matters.

If you are faced with a divorce or family law matter contact the experienced Naperville divorce attorneys for knowledgeable legal guidance and representation. The Illinois family law attorneys assist families and individuals located in DuPage County, Cook County, Kane County, Will County, DeKalb County and Kendall County. Call (630) 665-7676 or fill out the online in-take form to schedule an appointment.

]]>Tue, 14 Jul 2015 15:09:49 GMTHinsdale Family Law Firm Hires New Attorneyhttp://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=239689
http://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=239689Hinsdale Family Law Firm Hires New Attorney

The Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio welcomes Attorney Mark R. Imielski to the firm.

Hinsdale Divorce Lawyer Mark R. Imielski

The Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio is pleased to welcome Attorney Mark R. Imielski to the firm.

DuPage County family law attorney Mark R. Imielski obtained his J.D. from Northern Illinois University College of Law and obtained a B.A. in creative writing from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. He concentrates his legal practice on all aspects of family law including child custody litigation, removal issues in pre and post-decree divorce cases, and asset identification and division. Imielski is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association and DuPage County Bar Association.

“We look forward to working with Mark, his intelligence coupled with his devotion to the needs of our clients provides a perspective that is often lacking in this business,” says Managing Partner John F. Martoccio.

Mark’s approach to family law is enlightened by his life experience as a father and as someone who has experienced the process of divorce firsthand. As such he believes that divorce is not a contest to be won or lost, but rather a challenge that requires a loyal advocate who will support those individuals going through one of the most difficult times of their lives.

About the Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio:

The Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio has successfully represented clients throughout the western suburbs of Chicago for over 35 years. The Hinsdale law firm represents clients within a wide range of practice areas including: family law, personal injury, car accidents, medical malpractice and workers’ compensation. The skilled attorneys at the Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio have over 75 years of combined legal experience.

If you are interested in speaking with an experienced DuPage County attorney regarding your legal matter, contact our Hinsdale law office at (630) 920-8855 or fill out the online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation.

]]>Thu, 2 Jul 2015 14:44:05 GMTWheaton Family Law Attorneys Appointed to DuPage County Bar Association Leadership Roleshttp://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=239688
http://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=239688Wheaton Family Law Attorneys Appointed to DuPage County Bar Association Leadership Roles

Attorneys from the DuPage County family law firm Anderson & Associates, P.C. take on leadership roles within the DuPage County Bar Association.

Anderson & Associates, P.C. is proud to announce that Attorneys Kiley M. Whitty, Dennise L. McCann and Christopher J. Maurer have been appointed to take on leadership positions within the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA).

Wheaton, IL (PRWEB)June 30, 2015

The DuPage County family law firm of Anderson & Associates, P.C. is proud to announce that Attorneys Kiley M. Whitty, Dennise L. McCann and Christopher J. Maurer have been appointed to take on leadership positions within the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA).

Wheaton family law attorney Kiley M. Whitty was recently sworn in as Assistant Treasurer of the DCBA for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. As Assistant Treasurer, Whitty will serve on the DCBA Executive Committee and Budget Committee. She will also serve her fourth term on the Planning Committee this year.

Whitty obtained her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and obtained her B.A. in both Political Science and Speech Communication from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She focuses her legal practice on family law matters including: divorce, high-asset divorce, child custody, child support, maintenance, and post-decree issues. She also assists clients with legal matters pertaining to complex divorce issues involving bankruptcy, foreclosure and estate planning. Whitty is a certified Guardian ad Litem for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit in DuPage County. She is the Immediate Past President of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers (D.A.W.L.) and has been recognized as a 2015 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star.

Wheaton divorce lawyer Dennise L. McCann will serve as the 2015-2016 Chair of the DCBA Bankruptcy Section. In this role, McCann will be responsible for organizing Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars, submitting articles for publication to the DCBA Brief, presenting information regarding court rulings and legal updates. She has been an active member of the Estate Planning Section, Elder Law Section and Family Law and Practice Section. McCann obtained her J.D. from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago and obtained her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater. With over 20 years of legal experience, she focuses her practice on divorce, family law, adoptions, paternity, child custody, and guardianship. She also assists clients with estate planning, probate, and bankruptcy matters. McCann is a certified mediator and Guardian ad Litem for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit.

DuPage County divorce attorney Christopher J. Maurer will serve on the Editorial Board of the DCBA Brief Magazine for 2015-2016. This year marks Maurer’s third year serving on the Editorial Board. The goal of the DCBA Brief Magazine is to provide current and detailed information about the association, the DuPage County legal community, and developments in Illinois law.

Maurer obtained his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and obtained his B.S. from the University of Illinois. He brings over ten years of family law experience to his legal practice which he concentrates on divorce, complex divorce, litigation, paternity, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, child custody and child support. Maurer is a certified Guardian ad Litem, Child's Representative, and Attorney for the Child in the Sixteenth and Eighteenth Judicial Circuits of Illinois.

About Anderson & Associates, P.C.:

The DuPage County family law firm of Anderson & Associates, P.C. has successfully represented clients in the Chicagoland area since 1983. Today, the firm has grown to include 14 attorneys in a wide range of practice areas. The experienced attorneys work from five convenient office locations in Wheaton, Schaumburg, Orland Park, Northbrook and downtown Chicago. Contact a qualified DuPage divorce lawyer for a free initial consultation by calling the Wheaton law office at (630) 653-9400 or fill out the online contact form.

“I look forward to the new opportunities that my partnership at the firm brings," said Timothy Ritchey. "All of us at Peck Ritchey, LLC are passionate in our commitment to our clients and look forward to providing the highest level of service to individuals and businesses in the community."

Timothy Ritcheyconcentrates his practice in the areas of estate and guardianship administration, probate and trust litigation, estate planning, fiduciary litigation and elder law. Tim was named as one of the 40 attorneys in Illinois under 40 to watch by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin in 2014 and has been named a Rising Star in Illinois in Estate and Trust Litigation by Super Lawyers for the last three years. He also received the Young Alumni Award in 2014 from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law. Tim has been appointed to serve as a Special Assistant Attorney General in actions relating to Illinois health care and disability law, and is involved in many professional and charitable organizations including the Young Professionals Board for the Center of Disability and Elder Law, ISBA, CBA, and DuPage County Bar Association.

“We are excited to welcome Tim Ritchey as a name partner,” said Managing Partner Kerry R. Peck. “Peck Ritchey, LLC is dedicated to provide the highest caliber of estate, trust, and guardianship litigation services to our clients.”

CHICAGO, June 26, 2015 – Daniel A. Cotter, a long-time insurance lawyer and Immediate Past President of the Chicago Bar Association, joins Butler Rubin Saltarelli & Boyd LLP as a partner providing insurance regulatory services effective July 16, 2015. With more than 25 years of experience in both private practice and in-house capacities, Cotter most recently was Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary for Fidelity Life Association. He is a recognized leader in the Chicago community, having served as President of The Chicago Bar Association (2014-2015) and Treasurer of The Chicago Bar Foundation (2009-2011).

“Dan’s extensive insurance law experience together with his commitment to public service makes him an excellent fit with our both our practice and our philosophies at Butler Rubin. We welcome his experience and know our clients will benefit from his extensive knowledge of the insurance industry and his expertise in regulatory matters,” said Butler Rubin partner James Morsch.

Cotter began his legal career as an associate at Lord, Bissell & Brook (now Locke Lord) after working for many years as an accountant then paralegal at CNA Insurance in Chicago. He later returned to CNA as Director & Counsel. Cotter also worked in legal capacities at Unitrin Services Company, Argo Group, Lindemann LLC and Korrey Cotter Heather & Richardson.

His history of service to the bar and community also includes serving in leadership roles with the John Marshall Alumni Association, Monmouth College Board of Trustees, and as Chair of Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth (2010-2014). Cotter currently serves as an Adjunct Professor for The John Marshall Law School. A graduate of Monmouth College, he received his law degree from The John Marshall Law School, summa cum laude.

Formed in 1980, Chicago-based Butler Rubin has established itself as a well-known litigation boutique assisting clients nationally and internationally in complex business disputes, including antitrust law; class actions; defense of corporate directors and officers; reinsurance; insurance; managed care litigation; and insolvency.

]]>Thu, 2 Jul 2015 14:38:04 GMTDuPage Family Law Attorney Selected as Top 40 Under 40 by National Trial Lawyershttp://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=237734
http://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=237734DuPage Family Law Attorney Selected as Top 40 Under 40 by National Trial Lawyers

DuPage family law attorney Brett T. Williamson of The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C. has been named a “Top 40 Under 40” lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers organization.

Wheaton Divorce Lawyer Brett Williamson

Attorney Brett T. Williamson has been recognized as a “Top 40 Under 40” lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers organization.

Wheaton, IL (PRWEB) June 18, 2015

The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C. is pleased to announce that Attorney Brett T. Williamson has been recognized as a “Top 40 Under 40” lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers organization.

The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 list consists of the top trial lawyers under the age of 40 in each state. Membership to this prestigious organization is determined by a comprehensive multi-step process, which includes peer nominations and third-party research. According to the organization, “only those attorneys who demonstrate superior leadership, reputation, influence, stature and profile are chosen for membership.”

Wheaton divorce lawyer Brett T. Williamson obtained his Juris Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago. Williamson focuses his legal practice on family law matters and he has successfully negotiated numerous custody and financial settlements for his clients. He has also effectively litigated cases involving complex financial matters, child custody, child support and division of property matters.

Williamson is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, Will County Bar Association and DuPage County Bar Association. He is a participant of the DuPage County Bar Association’s Mentor-Mentee Program, where he serves as a mentor to newly admitted attorneys. Additionally, Williamson is the General Counsel and Associate Board President of Griffith Tutoring, a non-profit organization which helps prepare at-risk Chicago high school students for the ACT college exam.

About The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C.:

The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C. is one of the largest family law firms in DuPage County. The Wheaton family law firm was named “Law Firm of the Year” in 2013 for nearly 500 recorded hours of pro bono service within the local community.

The experienced staff and attorneys at The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C. are committed to making the difficult divorce process as seamless as possible for their clients. The knowledgeable and detail-oriented attorneys work hard to ensure that every case is examined and utilized to the maximum benefit of the client. Call (630) 462-9500 or fill out the online contact form to set up an initial consultation today.

Prior to joining The Law Offices of Salvatore C. Miglore and Associates, O’ Donnell worked as a Prosecutor for the DuPage County State’s Attorney Office for over 11 years. His areas of practice include: DUI’s, criminal defense, traffic violations, transportation law, white-collar crimes, federal crimes, and post conviction procedures.

DuPage County criminal law attorney Michael P. O’Donnell obtained his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in Chicago. Prior to attending law school, he graduated from Southern Illinois University and spent four years of active duty in the Army.

As a military veteran with over 20 years of reserve experience, O’Donnell has earned numerous accolades including the Achievement Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Bronze Star Medal, NATO Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal and Global War on Terrorism Medal.

“Michael is an invaluable addition to our law firm. His military background and former prosecutor experience allow him to aggressively and skillfully advocate on behalf of our clients,” says Managing Partner Salvatore C. Miglore.

About The Law Offices of Salvatore C. Miglore & Associates:

The Law Offices of Salvatore C. Miglore & Associates is located in Wheaton, Illinois. The experienced DuPage County lawyers handle a variety of legal matters pertaining to: criminal defense, civil litigation, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy and immigration.

The DuPage County law firm is able to assist clients whose first language may not be English as the qualified staff includes professionals fluent in Spanish, Italian and Polish. The attorneys at The Law Offices of Salvatore C. Miglore & Associates are committed to obtaining the best possible results for their clients, as the firm prides themselves on their outstanding communication and aggressive reputation. Contact the Wheaton law firm at (630) 933-8400 or fill out the online contact form the schedule a free initial consultation today.

The new location provides convenient access for clients located in or near downtown Chicago. From the new office, the experienced Chicago personal injury lawyers will focus on personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, business litigation, car accidents, chancery and municipal law. The firm will also continue to provide dependable legal services for clients from their Wheaton office, located just minutes from the DuPage County Courthouse.

Walsh, Knippen, Pollock & Cetina, Chartered has successfully represented clients throughout the Chicagoland area for over 30 years. The team of experienced personal injury lawyers has secured millions of dollars on behalf of their clients.

The firm’s highly skilled team is comprised of veteran trial lawyers, certified paralegals, law clerks and legal assistants. The personal injury attorneys have earned some of the top professional legal accolades in the country including recognitions from Super Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers (National Trial Lawyers) and Avvo.com. Additionally, the firm works with consultants and medical experts from across the country to help effectively assess and prosecute each case.

About Walsh, Knippen, Pollock & Cetina, Chartered:

The attorneys at Walsh, Knippen, Pollock & Cetina, Chartered have over 100 years of combined legal experience. This well-respected law firm aggressively negotiates with insurance companies and takes cases to trial whenever necessary to pursue a secure financial future for their clients. If you or a family member has been seriously injuredcontact Walsh, Knippen, Pollock & Cetina, Chartered to schedule an initial case meeting. Call the Wheaton office at (630) 462-1980, or the Chicago office at (312) 372-1980 today.

Woodruff Johnson & Palermo is proud to announce that Dexter John Evans has been named partner at the firm. Dexter, who devotes 100% of his time fighting on behalf of personal injury and workers’ compensation clients, joined the law firm in 2007.

The grandson of a Chicago union worker, Dexter always envisioned himself as an advocate for the injured and felt a strong urge to help those trying to protect their rights. “The greatest satisfaction in my profession is the gratitude of my clients. There is no better feeling than to get a hug from a client who is in tears because they finally received the justice they deserve.” Recently, Dexter obtained the largest reported settlement or verdict in Illinois for a fibromyalgia case occurring outside of Cook County.

Dexter is a member of the DuPage, Kane, Will and West Suburban Bar Associations as well as the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. When Dexter is not fighting tirelessly on behalf of his clients, he enjoys basketball, golf, and spending time with his wife and three dogs.

About Woodruff Johnson & Palermo: Woodruff Johnson & Palermo is an Illinois personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm with offices located in Aurora, Chicago and Champaign. The injury lawyers at Woodruff Johnson & Palermo have more than 70 years of combined experience practicing law and have recovered financial compensation for 99% of the people they represent.

Cook County Criminal defense lawyer Emilio Moretti, founder of Moretti Law, P.C., has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers.

Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Emilio Moretti

Moretti Law, P.C. Founding Partner, Emilio Moretti, has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers organization.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) June 08, 2015

The Chicago criminal defense law firm of Moretti Law, P.C. is proud to announce that Founding Partner, Emilio Moretti, has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers organization.

The National Trial Lawyers organization is dedicated to promoting excellence in the legal profession through exceptional training, networking and the continuing education of trial lawyers across the country. The invitation-only organization recognizes the most qualified and elite criminal defense attorneys and civil litigators in each state.

In 2015, Moretti earned the “Avvo Client’s Choice Award” for criminal defense and was named a “Top Contributor” on Avvo.com for the practice area of speeding tickets. He is an active member of numerous professional organizations including the Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association and Northwest Suburban Bar Association.

About Moretti Law, P.C.:

The law firm of Moretti Law, P.C. focuses on criminal defense matters in Chicago, Schaumburg, Oak Brook, and the surrounding communities. The Cook County criminal defense law firm has successfully represented clients who have received minor traffic violations up through major criminal charges filed against them.

If you are seeking experienced, aggressive counsel contact Moretti Law, P.C. at (312) 861-1084 or fill out the online contact form to schedule a free initial case review.

The Law Office of Lofgren & Wentworth, P.C. proudly announces that Lawrence K. LaVanway has joined the firm as Of Counsel at its office in Glen Ellyn. Prior to joining L&W, Larry had a successful solo practice in Wheaton. He focuses his practice on residential and commercial real estate transactional matters.

Larry graduated from the University of Michigan law school where he was Executive Conference Editor of the Telecommunications and Technology Law Review. Prior to law school, Larry graduated cum laude from Albion College. He is active in the Main Street Organization of Realtors, the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association, and the DuPage County Bar Association. He was also a Judge’s Nite cast member in 2013.

L&W is a commercial litigation and transactional law firm catering to small businesses, their owners, and employees. As the Entrepreneur’s Legal Resource, it represents businesses in all aspects of their life cycle: formation, buying and selling assets, employment contracts, distribution and licensing agreements, negotiating and drafting leases, estate planning, trademarks, real estate matters, and the litigation that accompanies all these matters.

The Wheaton family law firm of Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. is pleased to announce that Partner Joseph F. Emmerth has become certified as a Wevorce Associate.

Wevorce is an organization that is dedicated to helping families get through the divorce process as smoothly as possible so they can move on successfully. Wevorce aims to keep families out of court so they can reach an amicable agreement. Wevorce was founded in 2014, and during its first year of operation, the company kept 100 percent of families out of court.

Wevorce is able to achieve such a high success rate through a five-step process, which includes web-based technology and an experienced team of certified Wevorce Associates. Joseph is one of four Chicago-area lawyers within the Wevorce community. The Wevorce community also includes specialists in fields such as counseling, real estate and finance. Wevorce connects families with these professionals when they are ready within their divorce process. Additionally, Wevorce automates paperwork and accurately predicts legal costs, which can help families save money in the long run.

DuPage divorce lawyer Joseph F. Emmerth earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in Chicago. He focuses his legal practice on divorce, parentage, child custody, child support and prenuptial agreements.

In 2015, Joseph was selected as an Illinois Super Lawyer, a recognition only received by five percent of attorneys in the state. Prior to this year, Joesph was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2012-2014. He also earned the Avvo Client’s Choice Award in 2014 for his work in the family law arena. He is a Top Rated Family Law Attorney on Avvo.com based on exceptional peer endorsements and client reviews. Joseph is an active member of the American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, Kane County Bar Association and Will County Bar Association.

About Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C.:

The law firm of Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. has been providing compassionate family law services throughout Northern Illinois since 1994. The experienced Wheaton divorce lawyers are dedicated to assisting families located in Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, Will County and Kendall County. The Illinois divorce lawyers work with clients on all types of family law matters including, but not limited to: divorce, child custody, adoption, paternity, asset protection and collaborative law. Call (630) 665-7676 or fill out the online contact form to schedule an appointment today.

Chicago criminal defense lawyer Hal M. Garfinkel is the Managing Partner at the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel. He earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago and earned his B.S. from the University of Kansas. As a former prosecutor, Garfinkel draws on his extensive courtroom experience to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. For over 20 years, Garfinkel has successfully represented individuals in Cook County, including many high-profile Illinois criminal defense cases.

Garfinkel has been recognized as a 2015 Illinois Super Lawyer, an honor only given to the top five percent of attorneys in each state. He also earned the 2015 Avvo Client’s Choice Award for Criminal Defense. He maintains a Top Rating on Avvo.com based on outstanding peer endorsements and client reviews. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Illinois State Bar Association.

About The Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel:

The Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel is located in Chicago, Illinois. The Cook County criminal defense law firm is committed to providing aggressive and effective defense for its clients. Click here to read the firm’s recent client reviews regarding its dedication to customer service.

If you are facing criminal charges and would like to speak with a veteran Illinois criminal lawyer call (312) 629-0669 or fill out the online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation. The Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel can be reached via phone or email 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

DuPage County law firm Momkus McCluskey, LLC has successfully obtained a favorable ruling in a recent appeal of a directed finding after a five day bench trial and of their commercial landlord client’s motion for summary judgment on its counterclaim for breach of contract.

DuPage County Attorneys James F. McCluskey, James S. Harkness and Jennifer L. Friedland

“We are proud of both our trial and appellate work in this case. We feel that we have done a great service to our client by bringing this long-standing case to a close,” says Partner, Jennifer L. Friedland.

On March 23, 2015, the Second District Appellate Court of Illinois issued a favorable ruling affirming a directed verdict in favor of the defendants, as well as affirming the granting of defendants’ motion for summary judgment on their counterclaim for breach of contract. According to court documents, in 2001, the plaintiff, Full House Productions, Inc., d/b/a Shapes Bar and Billiards Inc., filed a complaint against the commercial landlord defendants, Napleton Investment Partnership, LP and Tower Crossing Associates LLC, for breach of commercial lease. The defendants, represented by Momkus McCluskey, LLC, filed a counterclaim seeking unpaid rent for the remainder of the lease term and attorney fees and costs.

Momkus McCluskey, LLC attorneys James F. McCluskey, James S. Harkness and Jennifer L. Friedland tried the case in November, 2012. Momkus McCluskey, LLC won the bench trial for the defendants on their Motion for Directed Finding after the plaintiff put on its case. On July 17, 2013, the Circuit Court of DuPage County granted the defendants’ motion for summary judgment on their counterclaim and the defendants were awarded $190,742.12 for unpaid rent, in addition to payment of defendants’ attorneys’ fees and costs.

In preparing for trial of their case, Momkus McCluskey, LLC retained and relied upon the advice of a business valuation expert witness, Tony Garvy, CPA, ASA of Corporate Valuation Services, Inc.

“We are proud of both our trial and appellate work in this case. We feel that we have done a great service to our client by bringing this long-standing case to a close,” says Partner, Jennifer L. Friedland.

About Momkus McCluskey, LLC:

Momkus McCluskey, LLC is a full service Illinois law firm that represents clients with legal matters pertaining to business law, healthcare law, commercial and civil litigation, insurance litigation, appellate practice, estate planning and family law.

The experienced DuPage County attorneys provide legal counsel to individuals and businesses throughout the Chicagoland area from two convenient office locations in Lisle and Downtown Chicago. If you are seeking skillful and effective legal representation contact Momkus McCluskey, LLC today. Call (630) 434-0400 or fill out the online contact form to schedule an initial consultation.

Schaumburg family law attorney Robert J. Boszko of Anderson & Associates, P.C. has been approved as a Cook County court-certified mediator.

Cook County Divorce Attorney Robert J. Boszko

Associate Attorney Robert J. Boszko has been approved for placement on the Cook County Domestic Relations Division’s List of court-certified mediators.

Schaumburg, IL (PRWEB) May 26, 2015

The Schaumburg family law firm of Anderson & Associates, P.C. is proud to announce that Associate Attorney Robert J. Boszko has been approved for placement on the Cook County Domestic Relations Division’s List of court-certified mediators. Boszko is approved to mediate both mandatory custody matters and discretionary financial matters within the Circuit Court of Cook County.

As a court-approved mediator, Boszko is qualified to provide an efficient, affordable and fair alternative to traditional litigation. The role of a mediator is to assist in recognizing the issues, reducing misunderstandings, and identifying and exploring potential solutions that will satisfy the best interests of all parties involved in a domestic relations dispute.

Cook County divorce lawyer Robert J. Boszko earned his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago-School of Law, with a certification in the law of taxation. He is admitted to practice law before the Illinois Supreme Court and Northern District of Illinois. Boszko primarily focuses his legal practice on family law matters including complex financial divorce and child custody. He also has experience handling real estate transactions and estate planning and administration.

In 2014, the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA) recognized Boszko as a “Top 10 Family Law Attorney” in the state of Illinois. He is an active member of the American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Northwest Suburban Bar Association and Cook County Bar Association.

About Anderson & Associates, P.C.:

The Cook County family law firm of Anderson & Associates, P.C. has over 30 years of experience successfully working with clients in the Chicagoland area. Since its establishment in 1983, the law firm has grown to include 14 attorneys in a wide range of practice areas. The firm assists clients from five Northern Illinois office locations in Schaumburg, Northbrook, Wheaton, Orland Park, and Downtown Chicago.

We are pleased to announce that, effective November 1, 2014, our law firm will expand to welcome Michael J. DeBoer and Robert A. Huntington, who are merging their practice with us from Goedert, Huntington & DeBoer of Oak Park, Illinois. Mike will be joining as a partner, and Bob will be Of Counsel. To reflect these additions, as well as the move of former partner John Gottlieb to an Of Counsel role, we will change our firm name to Tiesenga Reinsma & DeBoer LLP. John may still be contacted through our office. An updated firm biography is included herewith.

We are delighted to welcome Mike DeBoer as a name partner. Mike provides the same commitment to high quality practice at highly competitive rates that our firm has always offered. He has over twenty-eight years of experience in numerous practice areas including corporate and business law, commercial real estate, trusts and estates, probate, contracts, employee benefits, and taxation. Mike’s experience in these areas both complements and expands our capability, and we are confident that his knowledge and insight will prove a valuable resource for all our clients.

Bob Huntington is also a great addition to our practice, and has deep roots in the River Forest community. He has practiced for over thirty-eight years in diverse areas including business, corporate, real estate, and tax law, for the same profile of individuals, families, businesses and community organizations we also represent.

Mike and Bob are relocating from Oak Park to our Oak Brook location, and we look forward to introducing them to you the next time you are here.

The Illinois criminal defense law firm Moretti Law, P.C. announces the opening of three new Chicagoland law offices located in DuPage County and Cook County.

DuPage Criminal Defense Lawyer Emilio Moretti

The criminal defense law firm of Moretti Law, P.C. is pleased to announce the opening of three law offices in the Chicagoland area.

Oak Brook, IL (PRWEB) May 20, 2015

The DuPage criminal defense law firm of Moretti Law, P.C. is pleased to announce the opening of three law offices in the Chicagoland area. The new office locations are in Downtown Chicago, at 155 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 752; in Oakbrook, at 1415 West 22nd Street, Tower Floor; and in Schaumburg, at 10 North Martingale Road.

Moretti Law, P.C. represents clients faced with criminal charges such as retail theft, battery, traffic violations, domestic violence, probation violations, misdemeanor drug charges and expungements. The DuPage County criminal defense law firm offers a personalized approach to every client and is dedicated to providing an opportunity to obtain the most favorable results possible. In conjunction with the opening of its new law offices, Moretti Law, P.C. has launched a new website. The legal website can be found athttp://www.morettilawpc.com.

Moretti Law, P.C. was founded by DuPage criminal defense lawyer Emilio Moretti. He earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School and earned his B.A. in Sociology from Northern Illinois University. He focuses his legal practice on criminal defense and traffic violations. Since 2001, Moretti has successfully represented thousands of clients in Dupage County and Cook County

In 2015, Moretti was named to the The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list. He is a Top Rated Criminal Defense Lawyer on Avvo.com based on exceptional peer endorsements and client reviews. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association and Northwest Suburban Bar Association.

Moretti Law, P.C. is dedicated to protecting your legal rights, your reputation and your future. The firm offers a personalized, hands-on approach and helps clients understand the possible effects of the charges they are facing. Call (312) 861-1084 or fill out the online contact form to schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your case.

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http://www.dcba.org/news/news.asp?id=231395DuPage Family Law Attorney Named Secretary of the Justinian Society of Lawyers

Wheaton family law attorney Lindsay C. Stella of Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC has been named Secretary of the DuPage County Justinian Society of Lawyers.

Wheaton Family Law Attorney Lindsay C. Stella

Associate Attorney Lindsay C. Stella has been installed as Secretary of the Justinian Society of Lawyers for 2015-2016.

Wheaton, IL (PRWEB) May 11, 2015

The law firm of Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC is proud to announce that Associate Attorney Lindsay C. Stella has been installed as Secretary of the Justinian Society of Lawyers for 2015-2016. Ms. Stella previously served as Treasurer from 2014-2015.

The 37th Annual Installation of Officers and Scholarship Awards Dinner was held on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Gibson’s Steakhouse in Oakbrook, Illinois. The DuPage County Justinian Society of Lawyers is dedicated to continuing to improve legal education for its members and promote their general welfare through the enhancement of the practice of law. The organization participates in civic and community affairs to help insure the proper administration of justice.

Lindsay C. Stella earned her J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and earned her B.A. from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. She concentrates her legal practice on family law matters including but not limited to: divorce, child custody, child support and maintenance, guardianship issues, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, distribution of assets, adoptions and post-decree issues. Ms. Stella is a court certified Guardian ad Litem for the 18th Judicial Circuit.

Ms. Stella has earned numerous professional awards for her success and contribution to the family law arena. She has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star for two years straight since 2014. She is also a Top Rated Family Law Attorney on Avvo.com based on exceptional peer endorsements and client reviews. In 2014, the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA) named Ms. Stella a “Top 10 Family Law Attorney” in the state of Illinois.

Ms. Stella participates in several professional organizations including the Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, DuPage County Association for Women Lawyers and the DuPage County Family Violence Coordinating Council.

About Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC:

MKFM Law is located in Wheaton, Illinois. The family law firm has successfully advocated on behalf of clients in the Chicago suburbs since 1949. The experienced family law attorneys represent clients with all matters pertaining to divorce, custody and visitation, maintenance and alimony and property division. The firm also has a team of seasoned attorneys in the practice areas of sexual harassment, employment law, civil litigation and criminal law. Call (630) 665-7300 or fill out the online contact form to schedule an initial consultation today.